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by NDCDA62
Wed Aug 23, 2023 9:15 am
Forum: DA62 Forum
Topic: DA62 oil consumption
Replies: 28
Views: 6958

Re: DA62 oil consumption

I have not found any noticeable increase in oil consumption at 85 RPM Russ.

Personally, I find 85 RPM the sweet spot between fuel consumption and overhaul hours.
by NDCDA62
Tue Aug 22, 2023 2:43 pm
Forum: DA62 Forum
Topic: DA62 oil consumption
Replies: 28
Views: 6958

Re: DA62 oil consumption

I maintain the oil level half way between min and max on the DA62 as anything above halfway invariably just consumes away. This has also been confirmed by my service engineer.
by NDCDA62
Sun Aug 13, 2023 1:28 am
Forum: DA62 Forum
Topic: Jet shades installation
Replies: 17
Views: 2056

Re: Jet shades installation

Hi Jim/Russ,

Yes, Russ picture shows the Diamond shade and clips.

The clips are affixed to the inside glass and the shades fit into the clips.

Nigel
by NDCDA62
Fri Aug 11, 2023 4:07 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Compass swing...
Replies: 3
Views: 612

Re: Compass swing...

My compass is swung by DAI Germany during annual maintenance, so I am surprised this is not carried out routinely by others.
by NDCDA62
Fri Aug 11, 2023 4:00 am
Forum: DA62 Forum
Topic: Jet shades installation
Replies: 17
Views: 2056

Re: Jet shades installation

I have the factory installed shades on my DA62 and they are attached via clips which are fixed to the inside windows. Occasionally, one comes loose but, in general, they do the job nicely and protects the passengers from the sun when flying above the clouds.
by NDCDA62
Sat Aug 05, 2023 5:03 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: G1000 NXi Phase III
Replies: 110
Views: 59445

Re: G1000 NXi Phase III

Fully concur, move the TC back to Austria !
by NDCDA62
Sun Jul 30, 2023 7:06 am
Forum: DA62 Forum
Topic: Towing DA62
Replies: 6
Views: 1019

Re: Towing DA62

Interestingly, the DA62 adaptors are different. I purchased an additional set from TowFLEXX and carry them with me just in case.
by NDCDA62
Mon Jul 24, 2023 3:20 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Electronic checklist update voodoo
Replies: 16
Views: 2114

Re: Electronic checklist update voodoo

I always use the electronic check lists Chris. As you say, it takes a bit of effort to start with but, thereafter, you appreciate just how useful they are and, having to physically check the box ensures you do not skip a check. Still waiting for ForeFlight to include the DA62 Check List in the aircr...
by NDCDA62
Mon Jul 24, 2023 3:12 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Aviation Consumer Request - DA40
Replies: 2
Views: 542

Aviation Consumer Request - DA40

Aviation Consumer is seeking assistance if you own a DA40.

I subscribe to this publication and find their comments very useful.

Deadline is 28 July 2023, so not a lot of time in which to respond.
by NDCDA62
Tue Jul 04, 2023 8:21 pm
Forum: DA62 Forum
Topic: ForeFlight or Garmin Pilot
Replies: 14
Views: 3359

Re: ForeFlight or Garmin Pilot

I use ForeFlight for IFR and SkyDemon for VFR flights.